Victaulic Catalog - Design Data

The "Nominal Pipe Size - Inches" column in charts shows the corresponding ISO Nominal Size-Millimeters; "Pipe OD -Inches," shows the equivalent ISO Pipe OD in millimeters. All other dimensions are direct metric (International System of Units-SI) conversions of the U.S. figures as an aid for those requiring metric data. Conversions are based on the following formulas as listed in ANSI Z210.1 American National Standard - Metric Practice.

Convert U.S. to Metric
Convert Metric to U.S.
25.4 x Inches (In.)	=	Millimeters (mm) x 0.03937
0.3048 x Feet (Ft.)	=	Meters (m) x 3.281
0.4536 x Pounds (Lbs.)	=	Kilograms (kg) x 2.205
28.35 x Ounces (Oz.)	=	Grams (g) x 0.03527
6.894 x Pressure (PSI)	=	Kilopascals (kPa) x 0.145
.069 x Pressure	=	Bar x 14.5
4.45 x End Load (Lbs.)	=	Newtons (N) x 0.2248
1.356 x Torque (Lb. Ft.)	=	Newtons Meters (N•m) x 0.738
F-32 / 1.8 Temp. (°F)	=	Celcius (°C) C + 17.78 x 1.8
745.7 x Horsepower (hp)	=	Watts (W) x 1.341 x 10^-3
3.785 x Gal per Min. (GPM)	=	Liters per Min. (L/M) x 0.2642
3.7865 x 10^-3 Gal. per Min. (GPM)	=	Cubic Meters Per Min. (m3/-m) x 264.2

This Victaulic General Catalog has been written for the piping system installer, designer, specification writer and owner as a basic reference for data about Victaulic mechanical piping methods. This catalog is organized to provide information in the context and form most readily usable. It is fully indexed in the front for easy identification of major sections and subsections of interest. Victaulic has developed, in nearly 70 years in mechanical piping, variations ofpiping practice for use on a wide variety of piping materials. This catalog is organized to explain the major data necessary for proper assembly and installation.

NOTICE
The technical and performance data, weights, dimensions and specifications published in this catalog supersede all previously published data. Victaulic Company of America maintains a continual policy of product improvement and, therefore, reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. The material presented in this catalog is intended for piping design reference in utilization of Victaulic products for their intended application. It is not intended as a substitute for competent, professional assistance which is an obvious requisite to any specific application.

INSTALLATION
Reference should always be made to Victaulic Field Assembly and Installation Pocket-Handbook (I-100-latest edition) included with each shipment of Victaulic products, for complete installation and assembly data.

DESIGN
Reference should always be made to design information available at no charge on request from Victaulic. Good piping practices should always prevail. Specific presssures, temperatures, external or internal loads, performance standards and tolerances must never be exceeded. Many applications require recognition of special conditions, code requirements and use of safety factors. Qualified engineers must make these decisions. While every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy Victaulic Company of America, its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, make no express or implied warranty of any kind respecting the information contained in this catalog or the material referred to herein. Anyone making use of the information or material contained herein does so at his own risk and assumes any and all liability resulting from such use.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Victaulic grooved pipe couplings are designed for use only with pipe grooved to meet Victaulic groove specifications and Victaulic grooved end fittings, valves, and related grooved end components only. They are not intended for use with plain end pipe and/or fittings.
Victaulic plain end couplings are designed for use only with plain end or beveled end steel pipe (unless otherwise indicated) and Victaulic plain end fittings. Victaulic plain end couplings must not be used with grooved end or threaded pipe and/or fittings. Pipe must be prepared to meet Victaulic specifications outlined for each specific product style. Proper performance data listed herein is based on proper pipe preparation. The proper gasket must be selected for the service intended. It should be noted that there are various services for which Victaulic gaskets are not recommended. Reference should always be made to the latest Victaulic Gasket Selection Guide for specific gasket service recommendations and for a listing of services which are not recommended.
Gaskets for Victaulic products always must be lubricated for proper assembly. Gasket lubricant must meet manufacturer's specifications. Thorough lubrication of the gasket exterior, including the lips and/or pipe ends and housing interiors, is essential to prevent gasket pinching. Lubrication assists proper gasket seating and alignment during installation. Victaulic has a complete line of tools for preparing pipe to Victaulic specifications. Use of these tools is recommended in preparing pipe to receive Victaulic products. Always read and understand the Tool Operating Instructions supplied with every Victaulic tool prior to using any tools.
All data contained herein, is subject to change without notice.

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